Healthy Cooking

Looking for something different to make for breakfast, lunch or dinner?  The editors at the Mississippi Valley Health News are always on the lookout for good recipes from local food enthusiasts that are both nutritious and delicious.  Click on the summary to go to a page that includes the entire recipe and comments from others who have tried it.

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	Romaine with Sesame and Sunflower Seeds Here’s a delightfully spontaneous creation that blends a variety of tangy flavors together into a unique, springtime salad. (Be sure to serve it cold to keep things fresh and snappy.)
	Asparagus Salad Asparagus is often the first veggie to awaken from the cold sleep of winter. And while it may not be a “favorite” of kids everywhere, this dish is a delicious (and fresh) start to enjoying the spring harvest.
	Mixed Greens, Almonds and Tarragon Salad Enjoy a taste of spring with this delicious salad recipe that uses a mix of flavors from feta cheese to craisins and almonds.
	Turkey Tetrazzini A delicious, warm lunch or dinner treat that’s great for cold spring days and nights.
	Cheesecake Brownies This yummy item, from the kitchens at The Food Network, weighs in at just 200 calories per serving. And when it comes to taste, the secret ingredient is using just a pinch of cayenne pepper.